Operations Manager - Batching

**THE ROLE:** - This position will report to the: **Sr** **.** **Director of Operations** - Travel Requirement: **None** - Location**: Torrance, CA** - FLSA Status: **Exempt** - Employment Category: **Full-Time Regular** - Pay Range: **$100k - $125k** *+* **Annual** **Bonus Opportunity** **Generous Brands** is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Health-Ade, and Evolution Fresh. Generous Brands partners with SAMBAZON to manufacture, distribute and sell SAMBAZON branded beverages. **Bolthouse Farms** is a pre-eminent provider of chilled juice, smoothies, shakes, and protein drinks**. Health-Ade** is the fastest growing kombucha brand, dedicated to creating bubbly beverages that boost gut health. **Evolution Fresh** is a premier cold-pressed juice brand with national availability. And, **SAMBAZON** beverages bottle the superfruit power of açaí in juice and natural energy cans. The company operates its North American business from facilities in Southern California, and the Greater Chicago Area. To learn more, *please* visit [www.generousbrands.com](https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.generousbrands.com%2F&esheet=54302478&newsitemid=20250805863198&lan=en-US&anchor=www.generousbrands.com&index=1&md5=6a6ac761aafbcd9e0e300bf6b1fab422). **WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE** We are seeking a charismatic and hands-on operations leader who takes full ownership of production outcomes and inspires teams to achieve best-in-class performance every day. This individual thrives on solving complex problems through disciplined root cause analysis, drives a culture of continuous improvement, and relentlessly pursues excellence in safety, quality, service, and cost. This role is responsible for leading the Batching and Fermenting department of the Torrance facility. **JOB DUTIES:** - - **Leadership and Continuous Improvement:** - Lead and motivate a team of production personnel, fostering a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and teamwork. - Identify and develop the skills of your team through coaching, mentoring, and training programs focused on continuous improvement methodologies. - Oversee performance management and provide constructive feedback to ensure individual and team success in achieving production goals. - Champion a culture of ownership and problem-solving, empowering your team to identify and implement improvements. - Lead continuous improvement programs, such as Lean Six Sigma, to identify and eliminate waste, optimize processes, and reduce costs. - Develop and execute strategic plans for the operations department, aligning with overall business objectives. - Conduct regular financial analysis and reporting to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. - **Safety and Compliance:** - Champion a safety-first culture by ensuring strict adherence to all safety regulations and procedures. - Conduct regular safety audits, lead root cause analysis efforts for incidents, and implement corrective actions to maintain a hazard-free work environment. - Oversee the development and implementation of safety training programs for all staff. - **Production Planning and Scheduling:** - Partner with the Director of Production Planning to develop and maintain production schedules that meet customer demand, optimize resource utilization, and adhere to budget constraints. - Work closely with the planning and procurement teams to ensure a steady flow of raw materials and supplies. - Effectively manage production timelines, identify and address any potential bottlenecks in the process with a high sense of urgency to minimize disruptions. - **Quality Control and Customer Satisfaction:** - Lead the development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent product quality. - Operational Excellence & Performance Management - Establish and manage key operational metrics including Sa…